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Liberty Rout Sun 106-75 in DeMarco’s Debut as Stewart Scores 31

The blowout underscored New York’s depth despite five absences.

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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Breanna Stewart (#30) of the New York Liberty looks to pass against the Connecticut Sun, Image 2 shows Betnijah Laney-Hamilton from New York Liberty dribbles past Gianna Kneepkens from Connecticut Sun, Image 3 shows Han Xu #21 of the New York Liberty grabs a rebound during the game against the Connecticut Sun
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Overview

  • New York jumped out 8-0, led 36-13 after one quarter, and cruised to a 106-75 season-opening win over Connecticut.
  • Breanna Stewart powered the win with 31 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks.
  • Marine Johannes hit five threes for 17 points and added five rebounds, three assists and three steals.
  • Short-handed New York got a lift from hardship signee Julie Vanloo, who logged 12 points, seven rebounds and 11 assists, and fellow signee Aubrey Griffin scored in her WNBA debut.
  • Connecticut leaned on rookie-heavy lineups, committed early turnovers and gave up transition points, and recent pickup Hailey Van Lith supplied nine points and four assists.